Prosecution files appeal against Da’i Syed’s 10 year imprisonment
The prosecution in the case of celebrity preacher Syed Shah Iqmal files an appeal at the High Court seeking longer imprisonment.
Tue Nov 05 2024
At least 121 people, mostly women, killed in stampede at India's Hathras
Authorities said the stampede occurred when a crowd of devotees started pushing towards the stage after an event to touch the preacher.
Wed Jul 03 2024
Ebit Lew trial: Witness denies flirting, having relationship with preacher
The woman in her 40s said that she reached out to Ebit Lew solely to address family matters.
Fri May 24 2024
Ebit Lew trial: Preacher still sent obscene messages during Ramadan - Witness
The witness said that in addition to sending messages from early morning until night, Ebit Lew would also call her and use obscene language.
Tue May 21 2024
Ramasamy pays RM1.52 million to Zakir - Lawyer
Ex-Penang Deputy Chief Minister II P. Ramasamy managed to pay a total of RM1.52 million to independent preacher Zakir Naik for defaming him.
Fri Dec 01 2023
DPM Zahid proposes increase in allowance for contract preachers
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi proposed for state religious councils and departments to increase allowance for their contract preachers.
Tue Oct 10 2023
In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Islamic preacher under fire over unorthodox views
Panji Gumilang was named a suspect by police, faces a maximum 10 years in prison if found guilt of blasphemy and hate speech.
Wed Aug 02 2023
India hunts Sikh preacher who has revived calls for homeland
Police said they had stepped up their presence and suspended mobile internet services to prevent unrest.
Tue Mar 21 2023
MAINPP to hold discussion with banned preachers on Monday
MAINPP will hold a meeting with several preachers banned from holding lectures, sermons or knowledge gatherings in the state for not having teaching credentials.
Thu Dec 08 2022
Freelance preacher pleads not guilty to another rape charge
A freelance preacher who pleaded not guilty to nine counts of committing rape, sexual assault and unnatural sex on a teenager two days ago, pleaded not guilty to raping the girl.
Thu Dec 01 2022
Preacher charged with nine counts of rape, sexual assault
Muhammad Fathi, who has three wives and eight children was charged with nine charges of committing rape, sexual assault and unnatural sex.
Tue Nov 29 2022
GE15: Ustaz Kazim withdraws for family sake
Preacher Datuk Mohammad Kazim Elias withdrew as Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate for the Larut parliament seat for the sake of his family.
Sun Nov 06 2022
Celebrity preacher claims trial to sexually assaulting two teenage boys
A celebrity preacher pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court today to five charges of sexually assaulting two teenage boys.
Wed Oct 12 2022
Social media posting did not refer to Ebit Lew - Witness
A posting dated July 26, 2021 on social media by the first witness in Ebit Lew's sexual harassment trial, did not refer to the preacher.
Fri Sep 30 2022
Woman shared screenshots of her conversation with Ebit Lew containing lewd pictures - Witness
The trial of the sexual harassment case involving Ebit Lew began today with a motivational expert who helped a victim of sexual harassment involving the celebrity preacher taking the witness stand.
Tue Sep 27 2022
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024